Classic Austin A35 van.
Countrymans were only built in small numbers which was one reason why so many vans (like this one) grew side windows over the years. There were also tax advantages to running a 'commercial' vehicle back in the 60s which led to many vans being gently modified into Countryman lookalikes. The roof vent is the giveaway - Countrymans didn't have one. Pukka Countrymans also have sliding rear side windows. However all A30s and A35s in preservation are great to see even if they have been modified slightly over the years.
Austin Books Whether for the A35 van as shown below, or any other type of Austin, it is worth having a look on Amazon for books, DVDs, Videos etc.
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Have you seen today's eBay auction listings for the Austin A35 van?
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(Find A35 van parts, books, factory manuals, models and complete vehicles - listings updated daily.)
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A35 van on display at Tatton Park, Cheshire.
If you have any more info or restoration stories about this particular A35 van, or A35 vans in general, I'd really like to feature it on oldclassiccar.
I took all these photos at the classic & vintage show held at Tatton Park, in June 2005. The Austin shown above was one of several hundred vehicles held in the grounds of this National Trust property.
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